TL;DRThe number of completed apartments in Germany is expected to continue to decline, reaching approximately 185,000 in 2026. The ifo Institute anticipates little prospect of a recovery in construction activity.
TL;DRTwo firefighters have died while battling wildfires in France, and another has died in Italy. The fires are spreading rapidly across parts of Europe.
TL;DRThe wife of two German citizens is stranded in the Gaza Strip and cannot leave. The couple, the Doghmoshes, have filed a lawsuit against the German federal government over the situation.
TL;DRPolice have sealed off the Milaneo shopping center in Stuttgart following a suspected stabbing attack on a 46-year-old woman. The suspect is currently on the run.
TL;DRAmnesty International criticizes a new, stricter deportation policy for Afghans. Individuals without a criminal record are now reportedly facing the threat of deportation.
TL;DRThe US House of Representatives has voted to increase the defense budget to over a trillion dollars. The vote was close, with some Republicans voting against the measure.
TL;DRThorsten Frei is set to succeed Jens Spahn as the parliamentary group leader. This move aims to resolve issues for Friedrich Merz, but could also introduce new challenges.
TL;DRCDU and CSU leaders Merz and Söder have proposed the Minister of the Chancellery, Helge Braun, as the new leader of their parliamentary group. The group will vote on this proposal during a special session next Wednesday.
TL;DRPolice officers are evacuating residents from Villa del Prado as a forest fire near Toledo threatens homes. The flames and smoke are spreading rapidly.